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Companies That Make Prototypes
UV Water Sterilizer Electronics Prototyping
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Project snapshot
A simpler, alternative way of purifying water. He was looking for companies that make prototypes, as well as do custom PCB design.
The LA New Product Development Team delivered Companies That Make Prototypes. The work sits in our industrial equipment experience, where we take an idea from concept through design, prototyping and manufacturing readiness.
- Project type
- UV Water Sterilizer Electronics Prototyping
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Prototype project at a glance
| Scope | Design, engineering, prototype build and iteration |
|---|---|
| Methods | 3D printing, CNC machining, urethane casting, fabricated assemblies |
| Deliverables | Working prototype, updated CAD, test notes, manufacturing path |
| Typical timeline | 2-8 weeks depending on complexity and iteration count |
What prototype companies actually do
There are two kinds of shop. One takes finished CAD and prints it - useful, cheap, and no help if the design is wrong. The other designs the product, builds it, tests it, and changes the design based on what the build revealed. We are the second kind, which is why our prototypes usually become products.
How a prototype gets built here
- Design intent captured first: what must this prototype prove?
- Process chosen per part - printing for form, machining for load, casting for feel
- Build, test, and record what failed
- Revise CAD and rebuild only the parts that changed
- Finish with a design that is manufacturable, not just presentable
Frequently asked questions
How much do prototype companies charge?
A simple appearance prototype can be a few hundred dollars; a functional prototype with custom parts and electronics typically runs $5,000-$40,000 including the design work behind it.
How long does a prototype take?
Parts often come off machines in days. Realistically, expect two to eight weeks from design start to a prototype worth testing.
Do I need CAD before contacting you?
No. Most clients arrive with sketches or a description; we create the CAD as part of the project.
Capabilities used on this project
Rapid prototyping services
3D printing, CNC machining, urethane casting and functional prototype builds with published materials, tolerances and lead times.
Electronic design and PCB engineering
Schematic capture, PCB layout, firmware and electromechanical integration for connected hardware.
Concept design
Sketch exploration, form studies and CAD concepts that turn an idea into a buildable direction.
Industries this project belongs to
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